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At ‘Arafaat
The sun rose on the best day in this life, on a Friday that coincided with the day of ‘Arafah, and the noble procession moved from Mina to ‘Arafaat. The crowds of pilgrims moved along with the Prophet
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How Hajj Can Change Your Behavior for the Better
If the effects of performing acts of worship are evident in a person's behavior, and he is adorned with the etiquettes recommended in the Sharee‘ah (Islamic legislation) and his speech and actions exemplify what he learns from the religion of Allah The Almighty, such a person will be rightly described as "well-mannered". This is because.. More -
Great Benefits of a Great Obligation
Allah The Almighty has sanctified Makkah, protected it and bestowed men, animals and plants with complete security within the borders of its sanctuary. Allah The Almighty Says (what means): {Indeed, the first House (of worship) established for mankind was that at Bakkah (i.e., Makkah) – blessed and a guidance for the worlds. In it are clear signs.. More -
Disassociation from Polytheism and Polytheists
One of the unequivocal duties that are explicitly stated in the texts of the Quran and the authentic Prophetic Ahadeeth (narrations) is the obligation of disassociation from polytheism and the polytheists. Allah The Exalted Says (what means): {There has already been for you an excellent pattern in Abraham and those with him, when they said to their.. More -
Paradise is for People of Determination
Aiming for days in Paradise – this ought to be our focus in the first ten days of Thul-Hijjah; the Paradise of closeness and connection with Allah The Great and Most High, wherein we feel the impact of its warmth and bliss in our hearts; the Paradise of closeness, longing, repentance, devotion, and tranquility. However, reaching Paradise has.. More -
Mawlid (birth anniversary) celebrations are religious innovations
Question In our country, women celebrate the birthdays of the purified Imaams. They burn incense and seek its blessing by rubbing themselves with its smoke. Is this permissible? Fatwa All perfect praise be to Allah, the Lord of the worlds. I testify that there is none worthy of worship except Allah, and that Muhammad, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa.. More -
'We Ransomed Him with a Great Sacrifice'
The Messengers and Prophets of Allah The Exalted are the best of creatures. Allah The Exalted chose them and rendered them role models for us to follow on their footsteps. Among the Prophets who were mentioned many times in the Noble Quran is Ibraaheem, may Allaah exalt his mention. He is the father of all the Prophets, the Imam (leader) of monotheists.. More -
The Virtues of the First Ten Days of Thul-Hijjah
Ibn ‘Abbaas, may Allaah be pleased with them, reported that the Prophet, sallallaahu ‘alayhi wa sallam, said: “'There are no days in which righteous deeds are more beloved to Allah than these ten days.' The people asked, 'Not even Jihaad for the Sake of Allah?' He replied: 'Not even Jihaad for the Sake of Allah, except for the case.. More -
The Best Supplication Is That of the Day of ‘Arafah
Hajj is (standing at) ‘Arafah. Allah The Almighty frees far more people from Hell on the Day of 'Arafah than on any other day. Allah The Almighty comes closer this day and proudly Says to the angels: “What do these people want and seek?” The best supplication is that of the Day of ‘Arafah. The best supplication said by the.. More -
Blessings of the First Ten Days of Thul-Hijjah
Allah The Almighty has decreed upon Himself Mercy and distributed it among His slaves. Allah The Almighty Says (what means): {…but My Mercy encompasses all things….} [Quran 7:156] Out of His Mercy, Allah The Almighty granted us seasons where good deeds are multiplied, ranks are elevated and one can regain.. More -
Thoughts from ‘Arafah
By: Ahmad ibn Muhammad Hasabo O ‘Arafah! O symbol of the Muslim nation, many are the crowds that stood on your grounds; many are the tears that were shed on your sands; many are the people that got acquainted on your lands; many are the races that blended within your borders; many are the humble whose supplications were answered; and many are.. More -
Rulings for Women on Hajj and ‘Umrah
It is a communal obligation upon the whole Ummah to perform Hajj annually to the Sacred House of Allah The Almighty. Hajj is obligatory once in the lifetime of every Muslim who meets the conditions of Hajj. The extra times will be considered voluntary Hajj. Hajj is one of the pillars of Islam and the share of woman in Jihaad. ‘Aa’ishah,.. More -
Effect of Hajj on Perfecting Tawheed
Every year, the Islamic Ummah (nation) lives this blessed season and these special days which combine between the honor of place and time. It is the occasion of Hajj to the Sacred House of Allah The Almighty. Pilgrims, the guests of Allah, from all corners of the earth come together hoping to attain the Forgiveness and Pleasure of Allah The Almighty... More -
Hajj: A Season for Enjoining Good and Forbidding Evil - II
Violations of the rules of Sharee’ah (Islamic law) differ according to their degree; some of them imply Shirk (polytheism), some lead to it, others imply failure to do what ought to be done, i.e. neglect in carrying out acts of worship, and others constitute errors in the rituals of Hajj. This is a brief account of these violations of Sharee’ah.. More -
Hajj: A Season for Enjoining Good and Forbidding Evil-I
People come from all over the world to Al-Masjid Al-Haraam during the Hajj. They visit the House of Allah The Almighty with hearts throbbing with yearning and longing. However, anyone who observes these pilgrims would find that many of them commit grave violations of the rules of Sharee’ah (Islamic law). We are sure that these pilgrims commit.. More
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